Earning an electrical engineering degree in Alaska can prepare you for a career in one of the most versatile engineering fields. There is one school in Alaska that offers this degree: the University of Alaska Fairbanks. This school offers all four degree levels: Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, and doctoral programs.

The courses you have to take in an electrical engineering program are meant to prepare you for entry-level work in the field. This includes understanding electricity, how it works in a variety of technologies, and how to develop new technologies.

An Associate's degree can prepare you for Bachelor's-level coursework. You generally need to complete 60 credits over the course of two years to earn this degree. A Bachelor's degree can prepare you for licensure as an electrical engineer. This degree requires the completion of 120 credits in lower-level and higher-level engineering courses. Some of the courses you may take at this level include Introduction to Semiconductors, Electronic Circuits, and Communication Systems.

If you have a Bachelor's degree in this field, the next step may be a Master's degree or PhD. You need to earn 30 credits to get a Master's degree. This requires courses like Energy Conversion and Solid State Devices. A PhD includes a thesis in addition to advanced coursework.

The cost of tuition at the University of Alaska Fairbanks differs for residents and non-residents. The average cost of tuition for Alaska residents is $6700, although actual costs differ depending on which classes you are taking. The average cost of tuition for nonresidents is about $19,000.